If you thought purchasing HDMI devices was tough

Replacing HDMI Cables - Let The Troubles Begin Most individuals use the cable and adapter that is packed into the box of the HD devices. This is the path of least resistance and one just has to focus on the device and ignore accessories like cables and adapters. This approach works fine until you are forced to buy a replacement cable. These cables are built to last and can withstand a lot of damage. However, cables go bad and may render the HD device useless unless you go in for a replacement. People presume that Canon will manufacture HDMI cables just because they make HD cameras. That is like saying that GM will manufacture upholstery just because it makes cars. Makers of HD devices have tie ups with specific manufacturers for cables and adapters. The cost of accessories is included in the cost of the product and replacement cables, if needed, are your headache. The Service Center Is Not Your Best Friend Of course, the friendly guy at the service center will be more than eager to sell you a $60 HDMI cable as a replacement. He will probably smirk when you request a longer cable and tell you that going in for a non-standard length is not advisable. Your feet start quivering the moment you hear the word non-standard and you quickly go about changing your interior design just to ensure the standard length HDMI cable suits your purpose. HMDI Cable Myths Busted Here are some facts about HDMI cables and accessories that you need to know before proceeding any further. - You can buy cables that are 15 feet long. It will not impact quality negatively. Those who use HDMI for professional and commercial purposes do not complain of lack of quality when using longer cables. You certainly should not face problems when you probably want to bore your friends to death with your HD vacation videos. - Brand matters when you are buying HDMI devices. Brands do not matter when you are buying cables. Still not convinced? You are free to buy branded and expensive cables. Cost, quality, longevity - there is very little you will gain by paying five times the standard price for branded HDMI accessories. - You do not have to be a rocket scientist to buy good HDMI cables. The fancy terms are just jargon and you need not fear them once you understand what the terms mean. - If you are not satisfied with quality after using a generic cable, perhaps you need to look at shielding. In some cases, generic cables may lead to poor quality but the wide cost difference means you can give them a try before choosing branded and high cost cables.